Hyakugo Bank replaced its aging Lotus Notes infrastructure with a Microsoft SharePoint environment based on Fujitsu’s own internal communication architecture

"The fact that Fujitsu has been using the Microsoft solution for its internal communication platform was a big factor in our choice."

Shinji Tanaka
System Planning Manager Hyakugo Bank

Hyakugo Bank replaced its aging Lotus Notes infrastructure with a Microsoft SharePoint environment based on Fujitsu’s own internal communication architecture

Customer

Founded in 1878, the Hyakugo Bank is a historical and well-known bank headquartered in Mie prefecture in Japan. It has approximately 2,500 employees and over 100 branches, and is dedicated to helping develop a society that places the highest value on mutual trust, by conducting its business in ways that contribute toward building a better society where warmth and respect prevail.

Challenge

Hyakugo Bank wanted to replace its outdated Lotus Notes information infrastructure which had functional restrictions, required multiple passwords and was not connected to the internet for security purposes.

Solution

Hyakugo Bank partnered with Fujitsu to completely revamp its information infrastructure, the Chienowa (Knowledge Ring) system, in order to innovate the workstyle of its employees.